Croatia team analysis

• 1-4-3-3 with rapid transitions into 1-4-1-4-1 defensive block• Screening midfielder Franjić ready to drop into back line• Set out to build from back; possession play with neat combinations• When pressed, direct pass to striker; aerial ability, good supply to flanks• Hardworking wingers; deep runs by full-backs, notably Colina on left• Quick transitions to deep defending with ten behind the ball• Quality goalkeeping by Kotarski; excellent game with hands and feet

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